Equal of the Sun by Anita Amirrezvani

Equal of the Sun

Anita Amirrezvani

431 pages • first pub 2012 (editions)

fiction feminism historical challenging informative slow-paced

Description

Based loosely on the life of Princess Pari Khan Khanoom, Equal of the Sun is a riveting story of political intrigue and a moving portrait of the unlikely bond between a princess and a eunuch. Iran in 1576 is a place of wealth and dazzling beauty. ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 142 reviews

Moods

informative 87%
adventurous 37%
emotional 37%
reflective 37%
sad 37%
challenging 25%
dark 25%
tense 25%
inspiring 12%
mysterious 12%

Pace

medium 55%
slow 44%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 62% | A mix: 37%

Strong character development?

Yes: 55% | No: 33% | It's complicated: 11%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 75% | No: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 71% | It's complicated: 28%

Average rating

3.52

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